Hardware and software compatibility matrix for the ThinkPad 240 and 240X systems family
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...support page on the IBM ThinkPad web site at: Supported OS Version PC-DOS 7.0 PC DOS 2000 MS-DOS 6.22 Windows 3.11 Windows for all systems Memory Map F0000-FFFFF E0000-EFFFF ...Support No No Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes No Yes No N/A 240 240X 41U 51U, 61U Minimum Support Minimum Support Minimum Support No No Yes Yes Yes No ... 4.0 Service Pack 5 Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Service Pack 6a WIndows 2000 Professional OS/2 Warp 4.0 System Utility (ThinkPad Features / Configuration) Utility Diskette for DOS,Personalization Utility Diskette for Win3.1 Utility Diskette for Win95 Utility Diskette for...
...support page on the IBM ThinkPad web site at: Supported OS Version PC-DOS 7.0 PC DOS 2000 MS-DOS 6.22 Windows 3.11 Windows for all systems Memory Map F0000-FFFFF E0000-EFFFF ...Support No No Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes No Yes No N/A 240 240X 41U 51U, 61U Minimum Support Minimum Support Minimum Support No No Yes Yes Yes No ... 4.0 Service Pack 5 Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Service Pack 6a WIndows 2000 Professional OS/2 Warp 4.0 System Utility (ThinkPad Features / Configuration) Utility Diskette for DOS,Personalization Utility Diskette for Win3.1 Utility Diskette for Win95 Utility Diskette for...
English - Windows Me Setup Guide
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... Management: Advanced Power Management (APM) Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Each ThinkPad model will offer while running Windows Me: ThinkPad Model Advanced Power Management Advanced Configuration and Power Interface 240, 240X X 390, 390E, 390X X 570, 570E X 600, 600E, 600X X ...37x Customers' computers must meet the minimum recommended memory size of power management your ThinkPad model supports will determine the overall power consumption controls and Plug-and-Play capabilities your ThinkPad model meets the minimum hardware requirements for Windows ...
... Management: Advanced Power Management (APM) Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Each ThinkPad model will offer while running Windows Me: ThinkPad Model Advanced Power Management Advanced Configuration and Power Interface 240, 240X X 390, 390E, 390X X 570, 570E X 600, 600E, 600X X ...37x Customers' computers must meet the minimum recommended memory size of power management your ThinkPad model supports will determine the overall power consumption controls and Plug-and-Play capabilities your ThinkPad model meets the minimum hardware requirements for Windows ...
English - Windows Me Setup Guide
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... setting to default. • Download appropriate drivers required from IBM Web site • Install at least 32 megabytes (MB) of system memory on your ThinkPad computer. • Create Startup Diskette. • Partition and format the Hard Disk. • Verify space on hard disk drive o ....txt, depending on your system configuration for minimum hard disk space. • Uninstall all unsupported applications and utilities. • ThinkPad 600, 600E, upgrade ThinkPad ACP Modem included in the Windows Me CD • Install Windows Me using the Startup Disk. Upgrade to Windows Me. Use...
... setting to default. • Download appropriate drivers required from IBM Web site • Install at least 32 megabytes (MB) of system memory on your ThinkPad computer. • Create Startup Diskette. • Partition and format the Hard Disk. • Verify space on hard disk drive o ....txt, depending on your system configuration for minimum hard disk space. • Uninstall all unsupported applications and utilities. • ThinkPad 600, 600E, upgrade ThinkPad ACP Modem included in the Windows Me CD • Install Windows Me using the Startup Disk. Upgrade to Windows Me. Use...
English - Windows Me Setup Guide
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... General Technical Information o Docking Station/Port Replicator support for more details on clean install. Refer to Windows Me CD \Win9x\cleanhd.txt for supported ThinkPad models. If your system meets any one of the following items, you cannot perform upgrade install. • Any pre-installed Operating System is other...; If the system has less than what's specified in the Windows Me CD \win9x\Setup.txt Upgrade install is less than 32 MB memory or Hard Drive space is refered to as installing Windows Me on clean or formatted hard drive with no previous Operating System. Through out ...
... General Technical Information o Docking Station/Port Replicator support for more details on clean install. Refer to Windows Me CD \Win9x\cleanhd.txt for supported ThinkPad models. If your system meets any one of the following items, you cannot perform upgrade install. • Any pre-installed Operating System is other...; If the system has less than what's specified in the Windows Me CD \win9x\Setup.txt Upgrade install is less than 32 MB memory or Hard Drive space is refered to as installing Windows Me on clean or formatted hard drive with no previous Operating System. Through out ...
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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... memory 47 Upgrading the memory 47 Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard 53 Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad 53 Attaching an external keyboard and mouse 55 Disabling the TrackPoint 56 Attaching the external FDD drive 58 Attaching the external CD-ROM drive 59 Connecting the CD-ROM to the ThinkPad...
... memory 47 Upgrading the memory 47 Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard 53 Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad 53 Attaching an external keyboard and mouse 55 Disabling the TrackPoint 56 Attaching the external FDD drive 58 Attaching the external CD-ROM drive 59 Connecting the CD-ROM to the ThinkPad...
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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... User's Guide Computer output is attached to the computer.) To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press and hold Fn and then press NumLk. 14 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference For more informa- The computer turns off the LCD panel and hard disk drive. Online User's The computer stops all tasks and... a 10-key numeric keypad. (The numeric keypad on the keyboard is not active when the external keyboard or the external numeric keypad is displayed in memory.
... User's Guide Computer output is attached to the computer.) To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press and hold Fn and then press NumLk. 14 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference For more informa- The computer turns off the LCD panel and hard disk drive. Online User's The computer stops all tasks and... a 10-key numeric keypad. (The numeric keypad on the keyboard is not active when the external keyboard or the external numeric keypad is displayed in memory.
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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...you. Config: Selecting the Config item and pressing Enter displays the following : Memory enters a submenu which shows memory information. IBM BIOS Setup Utility Config Item Specific Help Memory System Board Initialize Advanced Setup F1 Help Select Item Space/- Initialize clears the ...Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) area which shows system board information. Changing the values may cause device conflicts and your operating system may not boot up properly. 18 ThinkPad...
...you. Config: Selecting the Config item and pressing Enter displays the following : Memory enters a submenu which shows memory information. IBM BIOS Setup Utility Config Item Specific Help Memory System Board Initialize Advanced Setup F1 Help Select Item Space/- Initialize clears the ...Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) area which shows system board information. Changing the values may cause device conflicts and your operating system may not boot up properly. 18 ThinkPad...
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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...infrared port, if they are not in environments that can withstand stresses. Ruggedized mobile computers Some professionals work in use the ThinkPad battery power-saving modes: - Use Advanced Power Management (APM). Each operating system comes with your IBM Business Partner or ... punishment. Construction, public service, distribution, repair service, and utilities are some of the computer are turned off . The memory data and the current status of the environmentally demanding professions that may require rugged mobile computers that may require special ruggedized features...
...infrared port, if they are not in environments that can withstand stresses. Ruggedized mobile computers Some professionals work in use the ThinkPad battery power-saving modes: - Use Advanced Power Management (APM). Each operating system comes with your IBM Business Partner or ... punishment. Construction, public service, distribution, repair service, and utilities are some of the computer are turned off . The memory data and the current status of the environmentally demanding professions that may require rugged mobile computers that may require special ruggedized features...
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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... CD-ROM drive 59 Connecting the CD-ROM to customize and extend the ThinkPad's features. You can use the ThinkPad with external devices and increase the memory. Extending the features of your computer This chapter provides information on how to the ThinkPad 240 59 Installing the CD-ROM device driver 60 Installing the CD...
... CD-ROM drive 59 Connecting the CD-ROM to customize and extend the ThinkPad's features. You can use the ThinkPad with external devices and increase the memory. Extending the features of your computer This chapter provides information on how to the ThinkPad 240 59 Installing the CD-ROM device driver 60 Installing the CD...
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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... remove the three screws from these holes and set the computer on page 34). 3. Chapter 2. Your dealer can upgrade the memory of your hand as an option. If you need to 130 degrees, and set them aside. To create the hibernation file ...the Online User's Guide. Customizing the TrackPoint Increasing memory Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to the following illustration and instructions: 1. Disconnect the AC adapter. 2. Extending the features of the ThinkPad 240. Please refer to make programs run faster. Remove the battery...
... remove the three screws from these holes and set the computer on page 34). 3. Chapter 2. Your dealer can upgrade the memory of your hand as an option. If you need to 130 degrees, and set them aside. To create the hibernation file ...the Online User's Guide. Customizing the TrackPoint Increasing memory Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to the following illustration and instructions: 1. Disconnect the AC adapter. 2. Extending the features of the ThinkPad 240. Please refer to make programs run faster. Remove the battery...
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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Increasing memory 5. Pull the keyboard out in the directions of the keyboard as shown in the illustration below 1 . CAUTION: Be careful not to pull the keyboard away from the computer; you may break the keyboard cables. 48 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Pull up on its base. 6. Set the ThinkPad 240 on the top of the arrows as shown in 2 .
Increasing memory 5. Pull the keyboard out in the directions of the keyboard as shown in the illustration below 1 . CAUTION: Be careful not to pull the keyboard away from the computer; you may break the keyboard cables. 48 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Pull up on its base. 6. Set the ThinkPad 240 on the top of the arrows as shown in 2 .
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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Extending the features of the TrackPoint buttons, ensuring you do not fall inside the keyboard space. 7. ThinkPad Increasing memory CAUTION: When opening the keyboard, ensure that foreign materials do not put too much stress on top of your computer 49 Chapter 2. Flip the top of the keyboard 180 degrees and place it on the keyboard cables.
Extending the features of the TrackPoint buttons, ensuring you do not fall inside the keyboard space. 7. ThinkPad Increasing memory CAUTION: When opening the keyboard, ensure that foreign materials do not put too much stress on top of your computer 49 Chapter 2. Flip the top of the keyboard 180 degrees and place it on the keyboard cables.
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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Locate the DRAM compartment. ThinkPad DRAM compartment DmRoAdMule 9. If memory is inserted, remove the memory module. 50 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Increasing memory ThinkPad DRAM compartment CAUTION: When opening the keyboard, ensure that foreign materials do not fall inside the keyboard space. 8.
Locate the DRAM compartment. ThinkPad DRAM compartment DmRoAdMule 9. If memory is inserted, remove the memory module. 50 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Increasing memory ThinkPad DRAM compartment CAUTION: When opening the keyboard, ensure that foreign materials do not fall inside the keyboard space. 8.
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c. Insert the memory module at an angle of about 20 degrees 1. Extending the features of the arrows 1 to an angle of about 20 degrees 2 . Pull the tabs in the direction of your computer 51 b. Push the memory module down until it clicks into place 2 . Insert the new memory module. 20 a. b. Increasing memory a. Pull the module from the socket 3 . 10. Chapter 2. c. Line up the memory module connector with the slot. Pull the memory module upwards to release the memory module.
c. Insert the memory module at an angle of about 20 degrees 1. Extending the features of the arrows 1 to an angle of about 20 degrees 2 . Pull the tabs in the direction of your computer 51 b. Push the memory module down until it clicks into place 2 . Insert the new memory module. 20 a. b. Increasing memory a. Pull the module from the socket 3 . 10. Chapter 2. c. Line up the memory module connector with the slot. Pull the memory module upwards to release the memory module.
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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Flip the keyboard 180 degrees forward and reinsert the keyboard, ensuring that all the tabs are inserted. 12. Restart your ThinkPad 240. Increasing memory 11. Re-insert the screws you don't crimp the keyboard cables and that you removed in Step 3. 13. Holding the keyboard down with one hand, turn the computer to its side. The computer will automatically recognize the newly installed memory. 52 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference
Flip the keyboard 180 degrees forward and reinsert the keyboard, ensuring that all the tabs are inserted. 12. Restart your ThinkPad 240. Increasing memory 11. Re-insert the screws you don't crimp the keyboard cables and that you removed in Step 3. 13. Holding the keyboard down with one hand, turn the computer to its side. The computer will automatically recognize the newly installed memory. 52 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference
ThinkPad 240 User's Reference that shipped with the system.
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...: If an external keyboard is properly identified. Make sure no object is attached firmly. If it is dead. If you still have increased memory just before powering the computer on , reinstall the DIMM. If you have the computer serviced. Power off the computer and power off the ... computer. Replace the battery and run the BIOS setup utility to verify the configuration. then power on , reinstall the DIMM. Test your computer's memory with the PC Doctor. then make sure the hard disk drive is connected: - The extended RAM failed. If you have the external keyboard serviced...
...: If an external keyboard is properly identified. Make sure no object is attached firmly. If it is dead. If you still have increased memory just before powering the computer on , reinstall the DIMM. If you have the computer serviced. Power off the computer and power off the ... computer. Replace the battery and run the BIOS setup utility to verify the configuration. then power on , reinstall the DIMM. Test your computer's memory with the PC Doctor. then make sure the hard disk drive is connected: - The extended RAM failed. If you have the external keyboard serviced...
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... slightly distorted or might look slightly distorted.) The computer powered off, because the battery is to the same size as the actual screen, start the ThinkPad Configuration program and click LCD ; Change the system configuration to the computer and charge the battery pack, or replace the battery pack with other DOS... you use a DOS application that supports only the 640x480 resolution (VGA mode), the screen image might appear smaller than the display size. Chapter 4. If the memory size was before your computer cannot resume normal operation.
... slightly distorted or might look slightly distorted.) The computer powered off, because the battery is to the same size as the actual screen, start the ThinkPad Configuration program and click LCD ; Change the system configuration to the computer and charge the battery pack, or replace the battery pack with other DOS... you use a DOS application that supports only the 640x480 resolution (VGA mode), the screen image might appear smaller than the display size. Chapter 4. If the memory size was before your computer cannot resume normal operation.
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... instructions for your PC Card supplier. The resources reserved for the PC Card. See "Resolving System Resource Conflicts" in the Online User's Guide. 102 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Make sure that : If the PC Card is not a modem, a Flash, or an SRAM card, you cannot use the ... to the manual that : The system resources reserved for the PC Card are using a network card, check the I/O port address, IRQ level, and memory window address. Refer to "Resolving System Resource Conflicts" in the application program. A system resource conflict occurred when a PC Card was used for the PC...
... instructions for your PC Card supplier. The resources reserved for the PC Card. See "Resolving System Resource Conflicts" in the Online User's Guide. 102 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Make sure that : If the PC Card is not a modem, a Flash, or an SRAM card, you cannot use the ... to the manual that : The system resources reserved for the PC Card are using a network card, check the I/O port address, IRQ level, and memory window address. Refer to "Resolving System Resource Conflicts" in the application program. A system resource conflict occurred when a PC Card was used for the PC...
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... applications run correctly. Online User's Guide The application works OK when it is not being caused by the application: Your computer has the minimum required memory to operate with the application. Chapter 4. If an error message appears when you still have a problem, contact your place of purchase or the service representative...
... applications run correctly. Online User's Guide The application works OK when it is not being caused by the application: Your computer has the minimum required memory to operate with the application. Chapter 4. If an error message appears when you still have a problem, contact your place of purchase or the service representative...
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... starts up from the diskette drive (see "Startup" on the network. If you are working under battery power, change your DOS memory usage occasionally. 2. Use the multiple configuration setup for about five seconds, then release it enters suspend mode during use a printer.... Restart the computer. Use the DOS command MEM /C to review your power source to turn off with DOS). 108 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Unload any input. Reconfigure the UMB (upper memory block) using DOS: 1. If you still have a problem, push and hold the power switch for DOS (refer to...
... starts up from the diskette drive (see "Startup" on the network. If you are working under battery power, change your DOS memory usage occasionally. 2. Use the multiple configuration setup for about five seconds, then release it enters suspend mode during use a printer.... Restart the computer. Use the DOS command MEM /C to review your power source to turn off with DOS). 108 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference Unload any input. Reconfigure the UMB (upper memory block) using DOS: 1. If you still have a problem, push and hold the power switch for DOS (refer to...